Specialist Entry Detective Constable Recruitment
Thames Valley Police are open for Specialist Entry Detective Constable Recruitment with the closing date for completed application forms being Friday 25 August 2017.
Are you interested in investigating complex crime? Do you have a naturally inquisitive mind and good research skills? Have you considered becoming a Detective Constable?
We are looking for people who are resilient, confident decision-makers to join Thames Valley Police as Detective Constables. You will be working as part of a professional team carrying out a wide variety of crime investigations including serious and complex cases, cyber-crime and crimes against vulnerable people.
The Specialist Entry Detective Constable Programme will see you initially join as a uniformed student police officer where you will gain experience of both investigation and response work during your first year. During the second year you will work as a temporary detective constable and be required to pass all necessary assessments including the National Investigators Exam (NIE) before being confirmed in post as a detective constable.
As the policing landscape continues to increase in complexity it is imperative that we are able to attract the best talent into our ranks. This new entry route represents a fantastic opportunity for talented and skilled individuals to join the police force into a specialist unit. We are looking for effective decision makers; people who can prioritise their workload and find innovative solutions to problems.
In order to apply you need to meet the following eligibility criteria:
Be aged 18 years of age or older
Be either a British Citizen or be residing in the UK free of restrictions
Have a full manual British driving licence
Have two A Levels graded A-E (pass), the equivalent or higher
Have obtained a Certificate in Knowledge of Policing (CKP) or be willing to achieve this by 27 November 2017.
Live within twenty crow miles of two of our main police stations at the point of provisional offer of appointment. Applicants are reminded that a degree of flexibility is required on postings to meet the needs of the business.
What we offer (correct as 31 July 2017)
On successfully completing all aspects of the recruitment process your starting salary will be £22,896 (plus £2,000 South East allowance)
Annual leave of 22 days per year increasing with length of service
Training and development opportunities throughout your career with potential to move into other specialist departments and/or apply for promotion
Access to a range of services and support networks – Police Federation, Police Mutual, Central Sports & Social Club, LGBT Association, SAME (Support Association for Minority Ethnic staff), Women’s Network and others
To be considered for this exciting new recruitment you will need to attend an eligibility event. These are informal and informative sessions for a couple of hours during a morning or afternoon with members of People Services who will check your documents and assess whether you are eligible to apply. These slots will be running at various locations as per the below dates.
Eligibility Events
Thursday 03 August 15:30-17:00 in Slough
Thursday 03 August 17:30-19:30 in Slough
Tuesday 08 August 17:30-19:30 in Reading
Friday 11 August 10:00-12:00 in Sulhamstead
Friday 11 August 14:00-16:00 in Sulhamstead
Saturday 12 August 10:00-12:00 in Sulhamstead
Monday 14 August 14:00-16:00 in Kidlington
Saturday 19 August 10:00-12:00 in Kidlington
Tuesday 22 August 14:00-16:00 in Milton Keynes
Tuesday 22 August 17:30-19:30 in Milton Keynes
In order to book an appointment please email recruitmentpoliceoff@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk with the following information:
Full name
Highest qualification(s)
Confirmation that you have a full UK manual driving licence
Home postcode
Telephone number
Three dates/times that you are able to attend an event
Appointments will be booked via email only and on a first come, first served basis. If you fail to send any of the above information in your email then it will be returned to you without a booking. If you are unsure about your qualifications then please refer to our equivalency table; certificates will need to be seen in order to confirm you are eligible so if you don’t have yours please contact the examination board, order replacements and bring a copy of your order to your event.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.